Senior Server Manufacturing Engineer: Process & Performance

Lenovo; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Lenovo US MFG in Whitsett, NC is seeking a highly experienced Server Manufacturing Engineer to lead and optimize server production operations. This role ensures high-quality output, process efficiency, and alignment with Lenovo’s global manufacturing standards.

You will collaborate with design, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams, develop new processes and tooling, and drive continuous improvement on the manufacturing floor in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in server manufacturing or technical production.
• Proven leadership in cross-functional and cross-geo projects.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with design, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth product introductions.
• Design, validate, and implement new manufacturing processes, tooling, and test fixtures.
• Collaborate with contract manufacturers (CMs) and suppliers to develop and optimize custom parts and production processes.
• Prepare documentation such as bills of materials (BOMs), control plans, and work instructions, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Conduct design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews, evaluate risks, and implement mitigation strategies throughout the product lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement activities, analyze production performance metrics, and provide technical support to the manufacturing floor.

Skills

Cross-functional Collaboration

Manufacturing Process Development

Supplier & Manufacturing Management

Documentation & Compliance

Process Improvement

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Project Management

Software Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM

Manufacturing Systems software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Lenovo US MFG in Whitsett, NC is seeking a highly experienced Server Manufacturing Engineer to lead and optimize server production operations. This role ensures high-quality output, process efficiency, and alignment with Lenovo’s global manufacturing standards.

You will collaborate with design, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams, develop new processes and tooling, and drive continuous improvement on the manufacturing floor in a fast-paced environment.